A New Year

2012 has been a great year for me, not a lot of physical change happened, but mental and emotional changes happened. I became a more positive and well rounded person. I have decided who I want to be and how I want to get there. This next year will be filled with physical changes and strides to get me where i want to go. I have decided to move to Orlando with my boyfriend and go back to school to major in Fashion Design and Marketing with hopes to then transfer to FIDM in Los Angeles. This years has been great and next year will be even better! I have my wonderful friends, family and boyfriend to thank for this wonderful year helping me grow and accomplish all I have! And thank you to all of you who support this blog! I would be no where with out you guys! Thank you for sticking by me and I cant wait to see what this next year brings for my website! Thank you for all of your support and kind words. I hope you have a fabulous new year!

My 2013 Resolutions

1. Be More Open To Change 2. Learn To Forgive Easier 3. Accept That No One is Perfect, We All Make Mistakes 4. Live A Healthier Lifestyle 5. Be Adventurous and Courageous.

One Love.XOXO

Day to Night :Holiday Edition

Today I have put together three different looks that can easily transition from casual day time to upscale night time. By switching different items such as boots for pumps or a simple handbag swap! Each Night Outfit could be a possible choice for a holiday party. I hope you enjoy!

This is my favorite look out of the bunch not only because it has lace tights and boots, but look how cute those mustache stacked rings are!? Pairing tights with dresses or denim shorts this fall and winter has been by far my favorite go to style! Many dresses are hard to style as casual but by adding items such as a leather jacket and boots, both with studded details, plays down the dress just enough to be able to wear it during the day! For the night time look, this tunic dress's form makes it perfect to wear by its self, so I did not have to do much except add these girly wedges and quilted handbag to dress the outfit up just that extra inch making it perfect for a holiday or new years party!

Boutique Spotlight

All of the beautiful jewelery feature in this post belong to a boutique called Cornucopia Clothing. They just launched their full website, linked here. There jewelery will spice up an outfit and give it the perfect balance of sophistication with a little bit of an edge. This is a boutique I just learned about and am glad to share them with all of you girls! Happy shopping!

One Love.XOXO

My Weekly Five

Every Sunday night I will be posting "My Weekly Five", which will contain my five favorite things for that week such as products, news, quotes, books, videos, etc. There won't really be a system to how I pick, it is just whatever I feel like showing that week! I hope you enjoy!

1. Kate Spade

While looking for a new iphone case this week, I came across a designer that I have never really looked into much. But once I checked out Kate Spade's website I have been hooked! Can I please have the whole website magically appear in my closet please? Especially her Tech Accessories and Handbags!

2. Early Nights In

This past week has been getting quite chilly especially at night! Not only that but since Daylight Savings Time it has been getting darker earlier which makes me completely exhausted at around 6:30pm. For the past week I have traded going out at night for a big sweater, candles, and a book. I have developed it into a routine. Every night at around 10pm, I light my candles and turn on my Christmas tree, I make myself a mug of hot chocolate. I lay in bed and open my current favorite novel, Book of Spells and get whisked away into a little fairytale world before sleeping the night away. It is very relaxing!

3. Flowers

Of course, it is the middle of winter when I start to have an obsession with floral arrangements in my room! But they are so beautiful! Thankfully we have a few flowers that bloom in the winter in our yard. Flowers are a great way to brighten a room and make it feel fresh and clean. Even in the middle of winter.

4. D.I.Y. Crafts

As many other girls, I am a fellow Pinterest addict! One of the things I have been repinning a lot lately are DIY Projects. I am in the process of decorating my bedroom and I never realized how many decor items you can build and create yourself for much cheaper! My first pinterest project were Twine Wrapped Recycled Candle Holders shown here. Follow me on pinterest and we can share our DIY ideas and projects!

5. Jeffrey Campbell Shoes

Okay so I might have lied! Jeffrey Campbell shoes aren't just a weekly favorite.. they are more like a yearly favorite! I have never found a pair of JC Shoes i don't like! They add just the right amount of edginess to any outfit with out going overboard!

One Love.XOXO

Hair in a Rush :Fashionably Late Series

Many girls don't realize how many things you can do with your hair when you are in a time crunch! One of my biggest tips I will ever give about hair is about when to wash your hair. To people who have never heard this, you may cringe, but trust me after you do it a few times you will realize how much healthier it makes your hair! You should only wash your hair 2-3 times a week! The benefits to only washing your hair every other or every few days are : 2nd and 3rd day hair holds curl and styling products easier, you don't have to fuss with blow drying and restyling your hair every morning, It also makes getting ready in the mornings quicker and easier! Another tip I have is showering at night instead of the morning. If you think about it, it makes sense, you run around all day long, why would you get in your bed like that? why not shower and then get in a nice clean bed! Then when you wake up it is one less thing to do in the morning! A key to having beautiful hair no matter the time you have, are the styling products and tools you use! Below are a few of the best products to use to have gorgeous looking hair!

Top Products and Tools

Brushes : Having good quality brushes that work with your hair type is very important. Do your research! Most brushes are for certain hair types, by using the wrong one, you can see opposite results then what you want. The brushes you should have in your collection are a round brush, a paddle brush, a comb, and a teasing comb.Claw Clips : Due to the fact i take my shower at night, I usually let my hair air dry about 70% while I am sleeping. By putting your hair in an elastic while you are sleeping, you are breaking the hair and causing that horrible crease! Wrap your hair, wet or dry, into a bun and secure it with a claw clip while you sleep. Let it down in the morning and quickly dry it if need be the rest of the way with a round brush. Dry Shampoo : Dry shampoo is the best hair product I have ever tried! Not only does it give your hair some life, but it also gives it volume and bounce. Do research on which is the best for your hair color. Some dry shampoos can make dark hair look gray because it is specialized for light hair.Styling Tools : It is important to have good quality tools in your collection due to the fact they last a long time and work really well. I curl my hair with a curling wand and it creates an amazing curl that lasts all day long and even on day 2! Curlers are another quick way to get bouncy curlers without trying hard. Put them in before doing your makeup and getting coffee. When you take them down, spruce a few strands up with your curling wand and you are good to go! A straightener is also very important like the curling wand, there is nothing worse then not having a straightener when you are in a rush. Blow dryers are a pretty neutral tool but do so much! The most important thing to look for in a dryer is that it has alot of heat and drys quick!

Quick Fix Hair How To's

Top Knot

Step One : Start with your hair in a high ponytail on top of your head. Step Two : With a comb, Tease all of the hair in the ponytail. Step Three : Gently brush the ponytail to lightly smooth where you teased (do not brush out the tease!)Step Four : Pull hair back into the form of a bun.Step Five : Wrap an elastic around it ONCE just to hold it in place. DO NOT twist the elastic! Step Six : Secure with bobby pins and apply a light coat of hairspray and you are done!

Double Side Braid

Step One : Begin with your hair down with a side part. Step Two : Start with one section of hair on the thickest side of your part and braid it all the way down. (make sure its angled toward the back of your head.)Step Three : Pull at the braid to make it thicker. Step Four : Pin it on the back side of your head underneath a layer of hair to hide the bobby pins. Step Five : Gather all of the hair and braid it into a side braid, just like step three, pull at the braid to make it a little bit thicker.

Sock Bun

Step One : Take a tall sock and cut the toe section off and scrunch it into the shape of a circle.Step Two : With your hair in a high ponytail, string your ponytail through the center of the circle.Step Three : Gently roll it down the ponytail tucking the extra hair under the sock until you get to the bottom of your hair. Step Four : Most sock buns will stay secure with just the sock but you can always add a few bobby pins to be safe!

Style Spotlight : Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

Rosie is not only an international supermodel, mostly known for her time as a Victoria's Secret Angel, but she is also a high fashion style icon for women all around the world. She has such a timeless elegant look mixed with a casual boho flare. Though she may be shot in lingerie for her modeling career, when she is out in public she creates the perfect balance of class with a little bit of sex appeal. Rosie is the perfect style role model for young women. She does not walk around in short shorts and low cut shirts. She shows girls how to show off your body without looking trashy. Though we all may not be blessed with beautiful long legs like Rosie, we can still achieve the same stylish look with these different pieces shown below.

One Love.XOXO

Happy, Healthy Holidays :Fitness

Staying healthy during the holiday months seems almost impossible, but it isn't! I know you wont think that when you are staring at that last piece of pumpkin pie in the middle of the table and you keep telling yourself "no, I have already had one.. I don't need another!" But then find yourself casually looking around checking to see if anyone is looking at you staring at it. Believe it or not, there are ways to be able to splurge and eat that second piece of pie and not do any harm. First of all, many people assume that to keep at a good weight or even loose weight, that you have to work out all the time. This is not true. Though if you would like to then more power to you! Exercising and Eating Right is different for every one, all bodies are different and progress at different rates. An exercise that may work fast for you may not work for someone else and the same with what you eat. On average, Accord to Thats Fit, If you are trying to loose weight, you should be exercising about 200-250 minutes a week( 40-50 minutes, 5 days a week). If you are trying to maintain your weight then exercise 150-200 minutes a week (40-50 minute, 4 days a week or 30-40 minutes, 5 days a week). Your fitness level all depends on what you are trying to accomplish. During the holidays, a great way to stay in shape but still be able to enjoy your time is by maybe cutting back on the exercising to 3-4 days a week when you feel like you need extra time to be with family. If you do not feel like cutting back, then maybe workout first thing in the morning while others are still asleep. Working out in the morning seems like a horrible idea, until after you get done with it. Working out in the morning is a great way to start the day. It makes you feel accomplished and ready to bring on the day! What you shouldnt do during the holidays, is cut out exercising all together. As you are working out, think of the last time you have ever regretted working out! People, especially women, often think of hard workouts at the gym when they think of exercising. There are many other ways of getting your fitness fix then going to the gym five days a week. I incorporate my exercise into daily activities. On of my favorites, that does more for your body then you might think is walking/jogging. No cold weather excuses! A great way to continue walking in these cold winter months is by grabbing a girlfriend and heading to the mall before stores open! Many people do it and its a great chance to do some window shopping before the rush happens! Once the mall opens, you could sit down at Starbucks for one of their healthy breakfast sandwiches and coffee! The Ultimate Girls Morning! Another way of getting in your exercise in the comfort of your home is by doing a few of these yoga mat friendly workouts(with the exception of the Minka Kelly Treadmill Workout). All of these workouts take 30 minutes or less leaving plenty of time for a 10 minute cool down session to finish of your workout. Enjoy!

Carrie Underwood's Lean Legs Workout

Minka Kelly's Treadmill Workout

One Love. XOXO

ThreeMakeup Changing Tips You Won't Live Without

Contouring and Highlighting

Contouring and Highlighting are amazing techniques that once you learn, you will always wonder why you never thought of it before. By just applying your foundation and powder, you are leaving your face flat and one color. By contouring and highlighting certain parts of your face, you are creating depth and drama. It is a way to give the illusion to having a narrow structured face. The key to both contouring and highlighting is to blend. If you do not blend out the harsh lines on your face, you will just look dirty. Below are a few products and a guideline diagram of how to achieve this look. (Products listed at the bottom of the page.)

Matching Your Foundation Color

A common mistake when picking a foundation color is imagining yourself as darker than you actually are. I have heard so many girls say that they want to look tanner so they just purchase a darker foundation... yeah, it makes no sense at all! The girls who try that ended up with the dreaded "Foundation Line". To avoid that embarrassment, make a smarter choice when it comes to make up. If you want to be tan then invest in a self tan or spray then match your foundation to the result color. Remember, you want your face to match the rest of your body so when you contour it looks more natural and flawless. A trick for knowing which shade to pick is to always match your foundation to your collar bone and chest for the truest color. Tip : Always sweep your foundation down your neck and blend for a flawless finish.

Know Your Face Shape

Trying to figure out which face shape you have is more important than many girls realize. Yes, it is fun to try and figure out at a sleepover while flipping through Seventeen magazine but it actually determines much more than you know. First and foremost, you need to know which face shape you have by using the chart above. There are a few other rare shapes that you might be, but I just added the most common. After finding out your shape, we are now going to figure out certain ways to flaunt the shape you have. You probably did not know this but this determines which way you should part your hair! Here is a list : 1. Oval - You guys are the lucky ones! You can part your hair any way you want and it will frame out your face perfectly. 2. Heart - If you have long hair, a center part will look best. If you have shorter hair, stick with a side part! 3. Circle - a side part will narrow the face a little and make it look less round. 4. Square - The same goes for square as did for the circle, side part. Your shape not only affects your hair but also your makeup; The way you contour/highlight and the way your eyebrows are shaped. ( Click the links to see diagrams of how to change your makeup according to the shape you are.) And Lastly, you definitely wouldn't think of this, but your shape affects which sunglasses you should wear! I created a diagram below to show which sunglasses look best.

Trend Spotter : Oxblood

It seems like each year the fall/winter reds keep getting deeper and deeper in color, and we are loving it! This year's red is named "Oxblood". Though that may sound creepy when you first say it, trust me by the end of this post you will be saying it as if you were an editor for Vogue! This color is a mix of a deep wine and plum and is just perfect for the holidays this year. By adding an Oxblood colored piece of clothing or accessories, you integrate a little taste of high fashion into your daily look without going all Devil Wears Prada! Unless you would like to go Upper East Side with it, of course, no amount of Chanel or Versace is ever too much!

One : You know what they say, Two Trends are better than One! Okay, maybe they don't say that! But in this case it is true. Whether it is a Peter Pan Styled Dress Or Button up Blouse, you could never go wrong with having it in the color Oxblood. This may look dressy but if you would like to make it more of a casual look, try adding a black leather jacket, tights and motorcycle boots! (Peter Pan Colored Dress, 61.00)Two : Okay, Oxblood Nail Polish.... Need I say more? (Sonia Kashuk "All Vamped Up", 4.79)Three : Lately I have been obsessed and practically having dreams about Alexander McQueen's Bangles and when they came out with this one, I nearly fainted! How stunning?! Not to mention it has skulls! This is one of those bangles that I think are best left alone with no other jewelery except for maybe small stuff earrings. It is a big statement piece that needs to be shown off. (Alexander Mcqueen 1/2" Oxblood Skull Bangle, 295.00)Four : Everytime I see these boots I imagine them being paired with black faux leather pants. They are a great staple shoe to have in your closet. Even though they are a colored boot they go with countless outfits to add a subtle pop of color. ( Petty kid suede british burgundy bootie, 130.00)Five : Infinity scarves are a great way of mixing style with practicality. to style this with a full outfit, wear the boots(4), a pair of black leather pants, the infinity scarf (5) and a cream colored over sized sweater. ( Traditional Fairisle Snood, 36.00)Six : It may be winter but that doesn't mean you cant wear shorts! Especially High Waisted Shorts. A common mistake is packing up your shorts in September and not thinking about them until the warm weather rolls back around, when you can recycle them into winter by adding a simple pair of tights! ( Moto Wine Clean Hotpants, 56.00)Seven : How beautiful is this peplum top by Topshop?! Not only is the cut amazing but the lace overlay is to die for! I love this version but i would also love to see this in a sleeveless design! (Lace Zip Peplum Top, 72.00)Eight : One of the most important accessories is your handbag of course! Last year, the bigger tote style handbags were the trend, but now it is small and delicate bags. This one is perfect to add to your collection for this winter. (Geo Quilted Crossbody Pouch, 56.00)Nine: Is it a coincidence that Twilight just came out and now the trend is a deep red lip, I am not sure but I'm either way thanks for being a part of the "Vampy lip" trend! Some of us, like me, can not pull off a red as dark as this Mac lipstick, but if you can, rock it! (Mac Lipstick Dark Side, 15.00)Ten : With colored denim not being as big of a hit as the past years (yeah, thanks alot floral!), we had to have some colored denim at some point and I believe this look is showing we made the right choice in bringing it back for this color. It is gorgeous! ( Oxblood Coated Skinny Jean, 35.00)Eleven : These have been making a huge hit this year with girls such as Kylie Jenner and Miley Cyrus rocking them on numerous occasions. They might take some getting used to at first but once you see them with the right outfit, you will die for them! (Macho Burgundy Lace Up Boots, 76.00)

Oxblood Style Inspiration Board

One Love.XOXO

Holiday Gift Guide :Homemade Gifts For Her

Whether you are a girl buying for the women in your family or your best girlfriends, or if you are a man buying for your special lady, these gifts are sure to make their eyes sparkle and hearts happy! I have created a list of inexpensive homemade gifts that every girl would want! Though it may be easier to just go out and buy something from a store, putting that extra thought and time in it to make it yourself is well worth it when it comes to these gifts! Hope you enjoy, happy creating!

One of my favorite parts of my shower is using a body scrub! It feels great on your skin and leaves you soft and smooth, not to mention you smell great afterwards! To get in the holiday spirit, why not give a Gingerbread body scrub! If you would like to make it into a gift bag why not add a loofa, body butter and body wash to go with it! This gift will make any girl happy!

Ingredients for Gingerbread Body Scrub : 3/4 c Brown Sugar, 1 t Freshly Grated Ginger Root, 1 t Cocoa Powder, 1 T Olive OilStep One : Measure all ingredients into a bowl Step Two : Mix well to combine all items completely Step Three : Package in container of your choice and keep refrigerated until you give the gift. Step Four : Shelf life is 1-2 weeks in the refrigerator.

There is nothing more comforting than cuddling up with a book in bed with candles burning! Give the special women in your life these easy, vintage inspired homemade teacup candles. For a gift bag idea, you could always add in a special novel and a pair of fuzzy socks! A themed gift bag shows you put some thought into her gift to make it a special relaxing night!Ingredients for a Teacup Candle : Teacup, Microwaveable Wax, Candle Wicks ( atleast 1" taller then teacup), Candle Scent or Dye (optional), Microwavable Container, Hot Glue Gun, ThermometerStep One : Clean and dry your teacup completely. Step Two : Place your wick in the center of the cup and glue the base down with your hot glue gun. Step Three : Heat wax in microwavable container according to directions on the box. Step Four : Pour into cup and gently adjust the wick so that it is in the center of the wax. Step Five : Let sit until wax is cool and solid. Step Six : Trim the wick to 1/4".

Holidays though seem relaxing, can be quite stressful. Dealing with distant family members coming in and taking up space, trying sweep through your Christmas shopping list in time, and remember that trip you planned for right before or after Christmas? Not such a good idea now is it? This Milk bath would be a great pairing to the body scrub for a gift bag! Give the gift of relaxation and stress relief. Merry Christmas to that lucky lady!

Having the ability to make your own Starbucks Peppermint White Chocolate Mocha during the holidays is one great feeling! Being able to give that ability to a girl in your life is an even better feeling! Not only are you giving them a chance to make one, but the chance to make five. Not to mention an adorable mug to drink out of! If you would like copy and paste the following steps to place in your gift bag to show her how to create this amazing drink for the cold winter holidays!Ingredients for making ONE Peppermint White Chocolate Mocha : 2 White Chocolate Truffles, 2 Candy Canes, 1 Hot Cup of Coffee Step One : Using the back of a spoon, crush the two candy canes while still in the packaging to make melting the peppermints in the coffee quicker. Step Two : Pour both crushed candy canes into the coffee until they are completely dissolved. Step Three : Break open truffles while still in packaging to make them softer for mixing. Step Four : One at a time, add one truffle and stir until completely dissolved before adding the other. Step Five : Top with Whipped Cream (optional) Step Six : Enjoy!

One Love. XOXO

Ladies Only :Bra Talk

"Ladies Only" is another series I will be working on. It will deal with "Lady material" that not many bloggers with touch on. Such as Relationships, Growing Up, Sex, How to Deal with Stress and more. Today's topic is Bras. Though it may seem awkward to talk about it is needed. For years I struggled with finding a bra that fit, until I found out how to calculate my bra size, I realized I was not wearing the right size at all! Now that i wear a bra that fits, it changes everything! Especially the way outfits look on my body, now I am proportional. It also changed my posture weird enough! I sit straight and simply feel better. 75-85% of women today have no idea what bra size they are and most likely aren't wearing the right size. In this post I will teach you how to calculate your size and which types of bras there are. Enjoy!

How To Calculate Bra Size

First and foremost, you need to have a fabric measuring tape, this is the one that bends and is made of a soft material. Step 1: Measuring your band size: There are two ways you can measure this. First, you can measure around your chest just under your armpits. If you get an even number then that is your band size. If you get an odd number, add one inch to it and that is your band size. Step 2: Measuring your cup size : Measure around the fullest part in your chest. For every inch that is bigger than your band size is a letter ( for example:AA= >1, A=1,B=2,C=3,D=4..... Band Size: 34...Cup Measurement: 38-34=4..... Bra Size is 34D )

The Eight Types of Bras

1. Strapless : A strapless bra is a demi bra without straps for when you prefer to not have your straps showing.2. Balconette : A balconette bra has mostly the same structure as a demi bra but a balconette has a sweetheart neckline and extra fabric below the cups creating a vintage look.3. Demi : A demi bra is a semi coverage bra compared to a t shirt bra which is full coverage.4. Bandeau : Bandeau are light bras that are strapless and structure alot like a tank top. They are used so you can still have coverage of a tank without the bulkiness.5. Push up : A pushup bra is a bra that contains certain amounts of padding to create extra lift and structure to your breasts. Padding sizes and placement vary from bra to bra.6. Sports Bra : A sports bra is worn to support you without have to wear an actual bra. It allows more movement and prevents your chest from getting in the way of your exercise.